Return train from Hull cancelled

The service has been cancelled

Because of the leakage, the train needs to be repaired and alternative transport is being arranged to get passengers to their destinations.

12:00

'Passengers are safe and secure'

UPDATE..A broken down train caused by an obstruction on the track between Peterborough and Grantham is causing disruption, Passengers remain on board and are safe and secure. Please check here for updates: https://t.co/ywLAHL0TKo

Train initially thought to be 'on fire' because of smoke

Because smoke was spotted it was initially thought that the train was on fire.

Hull Trains tweeted that the train was on fire but this was later found not to be true.

11:51

Four fuel tanks have ruptured

Traffic management system Inrix is reporting that the Hull Trains service has been suspended.

Four fuel tanks have leaked onto the track. Police and fire brigade are in attendance.

11:48

Hull Trains statement

The train was disrupted due to an obstacle on the track. There was some fuel leakage which was quickly cleared and which posed no risk to crew or passengers. Passengers are safe and secure and on-board. We are currently arranging alternative transport to take them to their destination.

11:47

What has happened?

The train has hit an ‘obstacle’ on the tracks and started leaking fuel with prompted firefighters to be dispatched.

Passengers and crew are still on board the train which has not been derailed.